cuss
/kʌs/
noun
- A rude or offensive word; a swear word.
- The movie had too many cusses for young children.
- He let out a loud cuss when he stubbed his toe.
- She bit her tongue to stop herself from saying a cuss.
- A person, especially one regarded as stubborn or annoying.
- Who's the noisy cuss making all that racket?
- That old cuss never listens to anyone's advice.
- He's a tough cuss, but he has a good heart.
verb
- To use rude or angry words; to swear or curse.
- The driver leaned out the window and began to cuss at the other car.
- He started to cuss under his breath when he dropped his phone.
- My grandmother never allowed anyone to cuss in her house.
- To complain or express strong disapproval about someone or something.
- She cussed the slow internet connection all afternoon.
- They cussed the weather for ruining their picnic plans.
- The fans cussed the referee for making a bad call.
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